Four Can Surprise Soup
Whip up a bowl of comforting flavor in no time with Four Can Surprise Soup, the ultimate quick and easy meal idea! Featuring a delicious medley of hearty black beans, sweet corn, juicy diced tomatoes, and savory chicken broth—all conveniently pantry-staple cans—this recipe is a lifesaver on busy nights. Infused with warm spices like cumin and chili powder and brightened with a burst of fresh lime juice, this one-pot meal is ready in just 25 minutes. Perfect for those seeking a budget-friendly, gluten-free option, this versatile soup can be customized with toppings like shredded cheese, sour cream, or crunchy tortilla chips. Whether you're feeding a family or enjoying a cozy solo dinner, this flavorful Four Can Surprise Soup guarantees satisfaction in every spoonful!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (15 oz) corn kernels
- 1 can (14.5 oz) chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 whole (juiced) lime
- 3 tablespoons (chopped, optional) cilantro
Instructions
Open and drain the cans of black beans and corn. Rinse the black beans under cold water and set both aside.
In a medium-sized pot, combine the black beans, corn, diced tomatoes (with juice), and chicken broth over medium heat.
Stir in the ground cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then lower the heat to simmer. Let the soup simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Adjust seasoning as needed, adding more salt, pepper, or spices to taste.
Turn off the heat. Stir in freshly squeezed lime juice and sprinkle chopped cilantro on top, if using.
Serve hot with optional garnishes like shredded cheese, sour cream, or tortilla chips for added texture and flavor. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
230 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 3.0 g | 4% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.4 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 845 mg | 37% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 45.2 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.4 g | 37% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.1 g | ||
| Protein | 11.7 g | 23% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 85 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 3.0 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 662 mg | 14% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
